Sacramental Preparations
The first step in the sacramental preparation process for new families is a meeting with the Coordinator or a member of the Religious Education Staff.
FIRST COMMUNION: Preparation is a two-year process beginning in first grade. Sessions are also available for older children who would like to prepare for First Communion and First Reconciliation (Confession).
FIRST RECONCILIATION (CONFESSION): Children are prepared to celebrate this sacrament before they receive their First Communion. All parents are expected to assist in the sacramental preparation of their children and to attend the parent meetings for this purpose.
CONFIRMATION: This is a two-year program. This sacrament is celebrated at a time when young people can make a personal commitment to take an active part in the growth of their faith. The student must make a free and personal decision. Teens are expected to fully participate in the program to make sure they have sufficient knowledge and understanding of Catholic beliefs, traditions and practices.
FIRST COMMUNION: Preparation is a two-year process beginning in first grade. Sessions are also available for older children who would like to prepare for First Communion and First Reconciliation (Confession).
FIRST RECONCILIATION (CONFESSION): Children are prepared to celebrate this sacrament before they receive their First Communion. All parents are expected to assist in the sacramental preparation of their children and to attend the parent meetings for this purpose.
CONFIRMATION: This is a two-year program. This sacrament is celebrated at a time when young people can make a personal commitment to take an active part in the growth of their faith. The student must make a free and personal decision. Teens are expected to fully participate in the program to make sure they have sufficient knowledge and understanding of Catholic beliefs, traditions and practices.
